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War / Drama

Reach for the Sky.

The true story of airman Douglas Bader who overcame the loss of both legs in a 1931 flying accident to become a successful fighter pilot and wing leader during World War II.

Directed by Lewis Gilbert

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE STORY

Cast.

Kenneth More

Kenneth More

Douglas Bader

Muriel Pavlow

Muriel Pavlow

Thelma Bader

Lyndon Brook

Lyndon Brook

Johnny Sanderson

Lee Patterson

Lee Patterson

Turner

Alexander Knox

Alexander Knox

Mr. Joyce

Dorothy Alison

Dorothy Alison

Nurse Brace

Michael Warre

Michael Warre

Harry Day

Sydney Tafler

Sydney Tafler

Robert Desoutter

THE RIGHT PLACE TO PRESS PLAY

Where to watch.

Rent

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